Student Services: Vol 2; Issue 2

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Workshops and Groups

Participating in a workshop or group is a great way to connect with your peers! You’ll
learn new skills and strategies, and grow emotionally. We offer an extensive variety
of workshops and groups this semester that explore important issues and challenges
many students encounter. Learn more and register for our workshops and groups today!

Mental Health and Suicide Intervention Training

Creating a community of care begins with each of us. Each semester, we offer free
training in general mental health and suicide intervention. The training is available
to all students, staff, and faculty. Get trained in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA);Question,
Persuade, and Refer (QPR); or Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)!

CAPS and the proposed CFA Strike

During the period of the proposed strike by the California Faculty Association, Counseling
and Psychological Services (CAPS) will be available. The care and safety of our students
and campus community is our primary concern. Counselor faculty are currently working
with their students to ensure proper care.

During the period of April 13-15, & 18-19, 2016:

Counseling and Psychological Services’ hours of operation will be from 8:30am-4:30pm.

Walk-in crisis intervention services for students will be available during operating
hours.

After-hour crisis intervention services will be available by calling (408) 924-5910
and selecting option #4.

Individual and group counseling services for students may be suspended, or available
on a limited basis.

Workshops for students will be suspended.

Educational counseling will be fully available.

Psychiatric services with the Student Health Center will be available.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding your care or the services available,
please contact your counselor or Interim Director Kell Fujimoto at (408) 924-5910
or kell.fujimoto@sjsu.edu.

Commencement

Counseling and Psychological Services would like to congratulate all SJSU graduates!
We want to remind everyone that a healthy life is a continuous process. Remember
to keep a balanced life, keep connected to your support network, and continue to grow.
We wish all Spartan graduates the very best in the years ahead!

Student Health Center/Wellness and Health Promotion

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Save the date for the Take Back the Night speak-out and march – Thursday, April 28, 2016: This annual day-long event draws
attention to the issue of sexual assault and how we as a community can come together
to address it on our campus and beyond. The day will include a variety of events:
a Self-Defense workshop, Empowered Bystander training, The annual Undie Run, a Resource
Fair with free food, followed by a Survivor Speak-out. As evening falls, everyone
is invited to participate in an empowering “Take Back the Night” march around campus
- signs provided!

Did you know that approximately 1 in 5 women will be sexually assaulted by the time
they graduate college?

Did you know that approximately 1 in 16 men will be sexually assaulted by the time
they graduate college?

Did you know that LGBTQ individuals are at the greatest risk of being sexually assaulted?

Did you know that approximately 34% of sexual victimization survivors drop out of
college?

Did you know that over 10,000 incoming SJSU students have completed the Haven: Understanding
Sexual Assault online training course this year alone!

Find Support: If you or someone you know needs support related to sexual violence
please realize that YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Many resources can be found here: http://notalone.sjsu.edu/

Check out the new biofeedback lab and learn how to calm yourself by altering your
heart rate and breathing patterns. The lab will open on Tuesdays (10am-2pm) and Wednesdays
(12pm-4pm) starting Wednesday, April 6. Equipment is provided. To schedule an appointment,
contact the Wellness Lounge front desk at (408) 924-6204. Drop-ins are welcome on
a first-come, first-served basis. And as always, students can also reserve one of
the massage chairs thru the Wellness Lounge front desk.

Remember to Treat Yourself Well!

Have you been in the new Student Wellness Center? Come enjoy the Wellness Lounge Line
Up of activities along with upcoming Wellness & Health Promotion workshops and events
during April and May. In addition to our usual workshops, we’ve got TV show marathons,
Wii Dance, games to check out, arts and craft days, a Tea Appreciation event, and
so much more: http://www.sjsu.edu/wellness/WHP%20Spring%202016%20Events%20Calendar.pdf

Invitation: Spartapalooza Wellness Festival - Fall 2016

If your student organization (or department) is interested in participating in the
Fall 2016 Spartapalooza Wellness Festival please contact Anna Ang at anna.ang@sjsu.edu. This annual wellness event typically draws 1500+ participants and is one of the
best places to showcase how your group contributes to wellness here at SJSU!

Kris Bifulco is the new Survivor Advocate at SJSU. She is here to provide confidential
support and advocacy for students, staff and faculty who have experienced sexual violence,
dating/domestic violence, stalking, and/or sexual harassment. Kris can also help you
file reports with law enforcement or the Title IX office if you choose to report.
Remember: it is the right of a survivor at SJSU to receive free assistance from an
advocate even if they choose not to report an incident. Kris is available to support
you every step of the way. She can accompany you to any appointments you have, can
help with any accommodations you may need, and can refer you to other on and off-campus
resources. Please don’t hesitate to contact her, even if you just have questions.

Connect with Employers

It’s not too late to land your next job or internship! Check out the following event:

Just In Time Fair

April 14, 2016, Student Union Ballroom, 12:00pm-3:00pm

This is your chance to learn about opportunities in a broad range of industries, including:
summer/part-time, government agencies and nonprofit organizations. Some employers
are interested in students from specific majors, but many are open to meeting students
from a wide range of concentrations. Login to SpartaJobs for a full list of employers and positions recruited.

Coming Soon: SpartaJobs Enhancements

Starting this summer, students will experience a new and improved SpartaJobs! SpartaJobs
is the SJSU career services system that hosts 1000+ of Silicon Valley job postings,
offers job fair details and facilitates career preparation with online resources.
The Career Center is working hard on an upgrade to SpartaJobs that will make the process
of engaging in career preparation and job searching much simpler. Look for more details
in the coming months.

Prepare for Career Success

Sign up to receive our e-newsletters (via SpartaJobs) which are tailored by College or Undeclared student populations! Each newsletter
comes out twice a month and includes, hot jobs and internships by major, upcoming
events and targeted career advice.

Coming soon - Grand Opening!

The first SJSU Veterans Resource Center will be opening in the Student Union this
Spring! Stay tuned for more information on a Grand Opening but please come check us
out in the Student Union on the first floor, suite 1500.

SJSU Veterans Family BBQ Day

On Saturday, April 23 come and join us at SeaCliff Beach in Santa Cruz from 1:00pm
to sunset! Bring your families and enjoy a fun day at the beach with your fellow student
Veterans! Potluck style, bring a dish to share!

Veterans Commencement Dinner celebration

On Monday, May 16 in SWC 122, 4:30pm-6:00pm; a night to celebrate and honor our student
Veterans/Reservists/National Guard/Active Duty or Dependents who are graduating in
the academic year 2015/2016. RSVP will be required via invitation to students approved
for graduation.